Is the English Setter or the Irish Setter better for families with children?

Both the English Setter and the Irish Setter are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the English Setter or the Irish Setter?

The English Setter and Irish Setter shed a similar amount (high).

The English Setter is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Choose the English Setter if you want an easier dog to train or you want a calmer, lower-energy companion.

Choose the Irish Setter if you want a more energetic partner for sport and adventure.

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Is the English Setter or the Irish Setter better for families with children?: Both the English Setter and the Irish Setter are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the English Setter or the Irish Setter?: The English Setter and Irish Setter shed a similar amount (high).
Which is easier to train, the English Setter or the Irish Setter?: The English Setter is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.